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NYC Green House is an HPD program designed to help building owners use materials that are durable and healthy for maintaining or renovating multi-dwelling buildings.  Find tips on green cleaning and maintenance, as well as access to some guidelines for materials to use in renovating that can reduce water use, lower energy and heating costs and improve the quality of the air in your building.

Entries in Bathroom (5)

Tuesday
Nov092010

Install ceiling and wall light fixtures that are designed for CFL bulbs

Install ceiling light fixtures designed for CFL bulbs. Traditional incandescent bulbs use substantially more electricity than CFL bulbs.

http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/

Thursday
Nov042010

Prevent mold in bathrooms

Mold can be unhealthy for residents, unsightly and can cause permanent stains to floors and finishes.  Learn more at the Environmental Protection Agency’s webpage: A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home:  

http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html

Tuesday
Nov092010

Select bathroom finishes and materials that are low-emitting and non-toxic

Select caulks, adhesives, grout and floor substrates that are low-emitting and non-toxic.  Paint ceilings and walls with a low or no-VOC semi-gloss paint that is easy to wipe down.

http://www.epa.gov/greenhomes/bathroom.htm

Thursday
Nov042010

Select bathroom finishes and materials that are moisture and mold resistant

Eliminate unhealthy building conditions by choosing materials that are impervious to mold and bacteria.

http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html

Tuesday
Nov092010

Use low-flow fixtures and fittings to save water 

Saving water saves money. Use low-flow fixtures and fittings to prevent flushing money down the drain.

http://www.epa.gov/WaterSense/